Daisy Chain A sling with a series of loops that can be used to easily adjust its length. Often used in aid climbing Deep Water Soloing Climbing a cliff route above the sea without placing protection or the use of the top rope. The deep water beneath the cliff provides the protection with the climber landing in the water if they fall. Disco Leg The jittery leg that comes about when a climber becomes nervous. Also know as Elvis or Sewing Machine Descender A device used to provide friction on the rope during an abseil. Examples are a belay plate and figure eight device Double Fisherman's Knot A knot used to join 2 ropes together. The knot is secured by the opposing forces of the two rope pulling against each other. Also used for tying the two end so of a piece of cord together to form a prusik loop Double Rope Used as a pair with the rope clipped into alternate pieces of protection. Thinner than a single rope so more prone to damage from sharp edges. Useful in reducing rope drag on UK routes with one rope clipped to left hand items of protection and the other to the right hand ones. Once tried you never go back! Downclimbing The process of climbing down the rock face. A useful technique when climbing ridge routes and when setting up an abseil isn't necessary. Also used when above protection on a climb and needing to descend back to a place of safety Dynamic Belay The art of allowing the rope to slip through the belay device during a severe fall. Has the benefit of reducing the impact force on the system but the risk of killing the leader if not done properly. Dynamic Rope A rope that stretches when loaded as opposed to a static rope which does not. Dyno A dynamic move towards an out of reach hold E Edging Climbing using the edge of the foot on small holds Epic The descriptive name given to a climb that starts well but turns into a hairy adventure. Usually heard time and time again in the pub and are some of the best climbing stories. Exposed A position where you are suddenly aware of how high you are above the ground. Can be very exhilarating but can sometimes result in disco leg, especially if you are miles from any protection. Extender Another name for a quickdraw